tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31135365495249285472024-03-14T12:11:45.576-04:00At Harvest Moon Farmjennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.comBlogger76125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-83428478231928924162015-02-07T15:24:00.004-05:002015-02-07T15:40:37.920-05:00Another new VoxBox from Influenster! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Can't ask for a better holiday gift than free items to try from #Influenster! In this #FrostyVoxBox I received Rimmel Gentle Eye Makeup remover, McCormick Natural Thyme seasoning, NYC Last Lip Color in Plum, Celestial Seasonings Candy Cane Lane green tea, Strawberry Fruit Vines Bites, No 7 Protect & Perfect Advance Serum and an Eco Tools Natural bristle hair brush. Loving the brush, cuts way down on frizz. Check out #Influenster if you get a chance, it's a great way to get free products to try and review!<br />
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I have been lucky enough to receive several products from #Rimmel in the Frosty VoxBox and in the past. I LOVE these products, and have since purchased other things on my own from Rimmel. The Scandal Eyes waterproof Kohl eyeliner in this box is great. I have a big problem with eyeliner smudging (regardless of brand) and this liner lasts for me with a minimum of smudge. I am a very lazy eye makeup remover and have never used designated eye makeup remover. I also have sensitive skin and eyes, but I have been using the Rimmel Gentle Eye Makeup remover, and it's something that I will definitely continue with. Does a great job gently removing even waterproof eye makeup, with no irritation to my skin or eyes. Plus no morning raccoon eyes!jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-40974341530386076272014-05-29T15:22:00.001-04:002014-05-29T15:23:25.540-04:00Influenster/ VoxBox<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Not my usual food/farm blog topics, but I wanted to share a fun program I've been doing recently for freebies and samples. The site is #Influenster (http://www.influenster.com/). I fill out surveys, write reviews and participate in special contests and programs using social media for chances to get samples and win things. I just got my first "Voxbox" of products to try out. Rimmel Scandaleyes full size mascara, Nivea skin firming hydration lotion, Kiss Everlasting French Nails, Playtex Sport tampons and a peach pie air freshener. My favorite sample is the mascara! Love getting free makeup, and this mascara is really nice. I really like the Nivea lotion too. I've been using it for afew days, and it's definitely something that I would pay money for. Free feminine products are always welcome in a house full of girls. Not so sure about press on nails. They weren't a great idea when I was in high school, not super excited about trying that again lol. Maybe they will have improved.<br />
If anyone would like more info about Influenster, feel free to ask, or give me your email and I will send you an invitation!jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-599707125848345022014-03-28T09:11:00.002-04:002014-03-28T09:11:54.337-04:00Crockpot Queso Mexilini The crockpot is generally not my friend. I find most slow cooker recipes to be very disappointing. The "crockpot orange chicken" recipe that was floating around on Pinterest was possibly one of the worst meals I've ever cooked. Of course probably my fault for choosing to pretend that the photo attached to it, which was of tempura orange chicken from a restaurant, would bear any resemblance to a crockpot recipe lol.<br />
I keep on plugging away at it, because the crockpot is so darn convenient! I came up with this recipe, and I was quite happy with it. The family all gave it thumbs up. Very quick to put together. Mexican queso blanco cheese can be substituted for the cream cheese, and to make it vegetarian use vegetable broth instead of chicken. Salsa of your choice, so you can choose how spicy you like it<br />
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1 lb bag frozen cheese tortellini<br />
16 oz jar salsa (of your choice)<br />
4 oz (1/2 block) cream cheese, chopped in smaller pieces<br />
1 cup chicken or vegetable broth<br />
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro<br />
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped<br />
1 cup shredded mexican blend cheese<br />
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Combine all ingredients in slow cooker. Cook 6 hours on medium. Garnish with sour cream and additional shredded cheese if desired<br />
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<br />jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-62679986239083768422014-03-26T09:29:00.001-04:002014-03-26T09:29:35.446-04:00"Cinnabon" clone Cinnamon Rolls A friend of mine was recently having trouble with a cinnamon roll recipe and asked for advice (dough wasn't rising). I hadn't made them in years, so decided that it was time for a test run. I chose a Cinnabon clone recipe from Allrecipes I believe, but made some alterations. Many cinnamon roll recipes call for a bread machine. I had one, but didn't care for the texture of the crust on the bread from a machine, so off to the yard sale it went. I used my Kitchenaid mixer to do most of the kneading of the dough for me, but you could do it all by hand if you would like.<br />
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I like to add a pinch of sugar, brown sugar or honey to my yeast/milk (or water depending on the recipe). Seems to make the yeast proof a little better. Your proofed yeast mixture should look similar to this when it's ready to go<br />
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This is a very stiff dough, and I found that it took a LONG time to rise. I set mine to rise at 12:30, left the house and 2:00 and it wasn't doing much. Returned at 4:00 and it was ready to go. So don't get frustrated if it takes a long time. You can probably even let it rise in the fridge overnight if time is an issue. The second rise, after the dough has been worked and the buns are made, is much faster. About half an hour.<br />
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This is what they should look like when you put them in the pan for the second rise<br />
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Risen and ready to go into the oven!<br />
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Remove from oven when they look like this. Golden brown and ready to ice<br />
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The finished product! Makes 12 LARGE buns<br />
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Cinnamon Rolls<br />
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1 cup warm milk (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) <br />2 1/2 teaspoons dry yeast <br />4 1/2 cups AP flour <br />2 eggs, room temperature <br />1 teaspoon salt <br />1/2 cup white sugar <br />1 cup brown sugar, packed<br />1/3 cup butter, melted <br />2 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon <br />Frosting:<br />1/2 package (4 oz) cream cheese, softened <br />1/4 cup butter, softened<br />1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar<br />1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract<br />1/8 teaspoon salt <br />
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<br />Combine warm milk and yeast in medium mixing bowl (I like to add a pinch of sugar or brown sugar). Let stand approx 10 minutes, until yeast is foamy<br />
<br />In bowl of electric mixer, add half of the flour, and the yeast mixture. Combine. Then add eggs, salt, and white sugar. Add in small amounts of the rest of the flour until dough is all mixed<br />
<br />Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead into a ball (mixer will have done most of the work for you). Place in bowl sprayed with baking spray. Cover with plastic wrap or a damp towel. Set aside to rise <br />
<br />After the dough has doubled in size turn it out onto a lightly floured surface, cover and let rest for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon.<br />
<br />Roll dough into a 16x21-inch rectangle. Spread dough with 1/3 cup butter and sprinkle evenly with sugar/cinnamon mixture. Roll up dough and cut into 12 rolls. Place rolls in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Cover and let rise until nearly doubled, about 30 minutes. <br />
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<br />jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-65373159897416290802014-03-04T12:21:00.000-05:002014-03-04T12:21:04.929-05:00Banana Berry Waffles I've been searching for healthy, easy, make ahead breakfast option to serve to the kids before school, and have been experimenting with my Belgian waffle maker. Waffles freeze really well, and lend themselves to all sorts of flavor combinations. I had ripe bananas and a small amount of raspberries, blueberries and blackberries to use up. Chopped strawberries would work well too. The milk of your choice can be substituted. I like almond milk and it's high in calcium. I chose to use the "white" whole wheat flour, but regular whole wheat can be used if you prefer. This recipe makes 4 large Belgian waffles, which I think of as 8 servings. Easy to freeze and heat up in the toaster oven.<br />
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<br /><br />1 cup AP flour<br />1 1/4 cup white whole wheat flour<br />3 tsp baking powder<br />1 pinch nutmeg<br />1/4 tsp salt<br />1 egg, lightly beaten<br />1 cup almond milk<br />3 ripe bananas, mashed<br />1 tbsp agave syrup<br />1 cup assorted berries (chopped if large)<br /><br /> Preheat waffle iron per manufacturers instructions. Spray with cooking spray.<br /><br /> In a large bowl, mix flours, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. Stir in egg milk, mashed banana and agave syrup. When combined fold in berries.<br /><br /> Cook batter per waffle iron instructions for amount of batter, until waffles are golden brown and easy to remove from iron.jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-56050650816235358932014-02-27T20:20:00.000-05:002014-02-27T20:20:05.218-05:00Vanilla Pumpkin Smoothie For Christmas I was given a Ninja blender, which I LOVE. I've been making a lot of smoothies. Pumpkin is one of my favorite superfoods, and it lends itself quite well to smoothies. I tend to like my smoothies on the thick side, so you can add more milk to make it thinner if you prefer.<br />
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1 cup canned pumpkin <br />6 oz vanilla greek yogurt<br />2 tbsp honey<br />1 tsp pumpkin pie spice<br />1/4 cup chopped walnuts<br />3 ice cubes<br />1/2 cup skim or almond milk<br />jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-19216634834486308772014-02-27T19:49:00.003-05:002014-02-27T19:50:14.330-05:00<b>Pineapple Pecan Carrot Cake Belgian Waffles</b><br />
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2 3/4 cups flour<br />
1/2 tsp baking soda<br />
1 tsp baking powder<br />
1 tsp salt<br />
1/2 cup sugar<br />
3 tsp cinnamon<br />
1 cup shredded carrots<br />
3 eggs, beaten<br />
2 tsp vanilla<br />
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained<br />
1 cup milk<br />
1/2 cup chopped pecans<br />
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Preheat Belgian waffle iron per manufacturer instructions, spray with cooking spray.<br />
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In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, sugar and cinnamon. Add in carrots and combine.<br />
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In a medium bowl, combine eggs, vanilla and pineapple. Add to flour mixture and combine. Add milk and pecans and combine again. Ladle manufacturer recommended amount of batter onto waffle iron. Press and bake until golden brown and easily removed from iron.<b><br /></b>
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A boxed brownie mix makes these delicious bars a breeze to make, and they are something a little different than plain old brownies to take to your next "bring a dessert" event. I garnish with sprinkles for more of a banana split feel, and you can also sprinkle with some chopped peanuts if you'd like. I usually skip the peanuts if I'm bringing these to a public event.</div>
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1 box 19 oz box brownie mix<br />1/2 cup vegetable oil<br />1/4 cup water<br />4 eggs, divided<br />12 oz softened cream cheese (1 1/2 bricks)<br />1/2 cup sour cream<br />1/2 cup granulated sugar<br />large, ripe banana, mashed (about 1 cup mashed banana) <br />1/2 cup Seedless Strawberry Jam<br />1/2 cup chopped peanuts (optional garnish)<br />1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles (optional garnish)<br /><br /> Preheat oven to 350. Spray 9x13 baking dish with baking spray.<br /> In a large bowl, combine brownie mix, 1/2 cup oil, 1/4 cup water and 2 eggs. Beat 50 strokes. Pour into prepared pan.<br /> In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and the remaining 2 eggs. Beat on medium until combined thoroughly. Add mashed banana and beat again just until combined.<br /> Pour banana mixture over brownies.<br /> Drop random small spoons of strawberry jelly on top of banana mixture, Then swirl with a knife. Sprinkle chopped peanuts and rainbow sprinkles at this time if desired.<br /> Bake approx 45 minutes, or until pick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool, slice and serve.<br /></div>
jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-46611827143612330692013-10-21T19:14:00.001-04:002013-10-22T16:03:10.546-04:00Maple Cider Chicken<div style="text-align: center;">
Fall is my favorite time of the year here in Ohio. Beautiful weather, especially in October, and so many great seasonal ingredients for cooking to choose from. I love coming up with recipes that can be cooked in one dish or pot. Less cleanup is always a good thing! Bone in chicken breasts can be substituted for the thighs if you prefer. The leftovers from this make a nice salad, over chopped romaine, with a little balsamic vinaigrette dressing (to which you can also add a touch of maple syrup, to compliment the dish) Use only REAL pure maple syrup (<a href="http://www.purecanadamaple.com/" target="_blank">http://www.purecanadamaple.com/</a>) for this recipe!</div>
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Maple Cider Chicken<br />
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4 cups peeled and chopped (into 1” cubes) sweet potatoes<br />
4 cups peeled and chopped granny smith apples<br />
1 large onion, thinly sliced<br />
3 cloves chopped garlic<br />
2 lbs chicken thighs (with skin and bone)<br />
1 cup apple cider<br />
3/4 cup maple syrup<br />
1/2 cup fresh sage, finely chopped<br />
1 tsp salt<br />
1 tsp pepper<br />
1/4 cup butter, chopped in small cubes<br />
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Preheat oven to 375. Spray a 5 quart baking dish with cooking spray.<br />
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Combine sweet potatoes, apples, onion and garlic in the baking dish. Place chicken thighs on top.Combine apple cider and maple syrup and pour over chicken. Season the whole dish with salt and pepper and sprinkle the chicken with chopped sage. Sprinkle butter cubes over everything. Bake for 60-75 minutes until chicken is cooked through (larger thighs will take a little longer)</div>
jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-7822935215880147192013-04-09T15:04:00.000-04:002013-04-09T15:04:42.660-04:00Raspberry Sangria<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Carrabba's restaurant makes a delicious Blackberry Sangria that I wanted to replicate at home. I found a copycat recipe online, and set out to gather ingredients. Due to difficulty in finding some of the ingredients and/or the cost, I decided to pretty much scrap that recipe and come up with one of my own. I liked it even better than the blackberry. I found the raspberry syrup at World Market, they have quite an assortment of flavored syrups (Not pancake syrup!) If you want it to be a little bit stronger, use 4 cups of cran-raspberry juice instead of 6<br />
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1 bottle sweet red wine (I used Sutter Home Sweet Red)<br />
1 cup Chambord Raspberry liquor<br />
1/2 cup raspberry syrup<br />
6 cups cran-raspberry juice<br />
Sliced lemons and oranges, fresh raspberries<br />
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Combine all of the liquid ingredients in a large pitcher. Add fresh fruit. Chill for at least 2 hours. Serve over ice<br />
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Just in time for Lent, this recipe is a twist on a traditional crabcake, using chopped shrimp and rice. If you have rice leftover from something else, this would be a great way to use it. White or brown rice will both work. Pineapple adds a tropical flair for February days, which can be dreary.<br />
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1 lb cooked shrimp (tails removed, deveined), chopped in small pieces<br />8 oz can crushed pineapple, drained<br />1 tsp seafood seasoning<br />1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley<br />1 tsp salt<br />1/2 tsp pepper<br />2 cloves finely minced garlic<br />3 cups cooked rice<br />1/2 cup mayo<br />1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs<br />1/4 cup olive oil<br /><br /> Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray or line with parchment paper.<br /><br /> In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Form into 12 equal size patties. Place on prepared baking sheet. Drizzle fritters with olive oil (if you have a spray bottle, even better). Bake for 20 minutes.<br />jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-64772045532308350742012-11-21T14:57:00.000-05:002012-11-21T14:58:32.740-05:00Fairy Tale PumpkinsThis project couldn't be easier, and they make great holiday decorations. Fun to do with the kids too, but be prepared for a huge mess. Spread lots of newspaper!<br />
All that you need is a bottle of all purpose craft glue, paint brushes, an assortment of glitter, and small pumpkins.<br />
Wash and dry your pumpkins. Pour the craft glue into a small bowl. Using a paintbrush, brush the glue onto you pumpkin, then start sprinkling with glitter. Make sure it's thoroughly covered. Rotate the pumpkin by the stem. I like to let them dry on an old plate or non-stick tinfoil. Don't let them dry on the newspaper, too much chance of the glue sticking to the paper.<br />
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<br />jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-32791524569061280682012-11-19T20:04:00.001-05:002012-11-21T14:58:14.173-05:00Chicken Enchilada Cornbread Dumpling SoupI am very excited, my Chicken Enchilada Cornbread Dumpling Soup was chosen as the grand prize winner in the 2012 Dei Fratelli Ripened contest. I was a runner up in this contest several years ago. Part of the prize is a monthly delivery of Dei Fratelli products for a year. It's a lot of fun to get those boxes every month. They make an excellent pizza sauce, and their salsa is great too. I use their products a lot, so that will come in handy.<br />
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I had a lot of fresh cilantro from my garden and wanted to make good use of it. If you wanted to really spice it up, you could substitute a hotter chili pepper for the green chiles<br />
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Chicken Enchilada Cornbread Dumpling Soup<br />
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3 tbsp canola oil<br />
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into small pieces<br />
1/2 cup diced onion<br />
1 clove garlic, minced<br />
1 chopped red bell pepper<br />
2/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro<br />
1/2 cup finely chopped green chiles<br />
28 oz can enchilada sauce (about 3 cups)<br />
2 14 oz cans chicken broth<br />
2 cups chopped tomatoes<br />
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Dumplings:<br />
2 8.5 oz boxes corn bread mix<br />
2 eggs<br />
1/2 cup milk<br />
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1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese<br />
1 cup sour cream<br />
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Heat oil in large skillet. Add chicken breast. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Add onion, garlic, pepper, cilantro. Saute for 5 more minutes. Pour into large stockpot. Add chilies, enchilada sauce, broth and tomatoes. Cover and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.<br />
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In a bowl, combine corn bread mix, eggs and milk. Spoon onto top of soup mixture. Cover and simmer on low for 25-30 minutes, or until pick inserted in dough comes out clean.<br />
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Garnish with cheese and sour creamjennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-23729723681022944392011-07-14T16:24:00.003-04:002011-07-14T16:37:33.664-04:00Summer Berry Goat Cheese Grilled Sandwiches<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzp7lv2Iy215Rtcb68-jiVyx_yrVj_OTShavBdp9lgUGIq3BsxLnebO10FTZXAs4JR1monuMq-nlQKhE9J4n7cwPomwlu1bPm6j4wb1CxotSkEeKaaIM99puqrDkc1Y06LgcC6goXJVMdv/s1600/sandwich.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 314px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzp7lv2Iy215Rtcb68-jiVyx_yrVj_OTShavBdp9lgUGIq3BsxLnebO10FTZXAs4JR1monuMq-nlQKhE9J4n7cwPomwlu1bPm6j4wb1CxotSkEeKaaIM99puqrDkc1Y06LgcC6goXJVMdv/s400/sandwich.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5629309874557677506" border="0" /></a><br /> Where has the time gone... Summer is really busy here. Horse shows and outside chores are keeping us really busy. Of course summer is the best time for fresh produce, and it's berry season! It's always fun to come up with new recipes to use fresh berries in. Muffins are great, but sometimes you want something a little different.<br /><br /> My fresh herb plants are doing great this summer, and I never miss an opportunity to use them in cooking. Dried herbs can be substituted for fresh, just use 1/8 tsp. Any hearty bread will work. I chose a multi grain. This recipe is for one sandwich, but it can be easily multiplied to make as many as you would like.<br /><br />Summer Berry Grilled Goat Cheese Sandwiches<br /><br />2 thick slices of crusty bread<br />1 tsp butter, plus extra to butter bread<br />1/4 tsp finely chopped fresh basil<br />1/4 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary<br />1 tsp honey<br />1/2 cup fresh blueberries<br />1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese<br /><br /> Butter bread slices on one side, set aside.<br /><br /> In a small saucepan, melt 1 tsp butter. Add chopped herbs, honey and berries. Simmer and stir over low heat for 3 minutes.<br /><br /> Spray a non stick skillet with cooking spray. Put one slice of bread, butter side down, into skillet. Place crumbled goat cheese on bread, then spoon berry mixture on top. Top with remaining slice of bread, butter side out. Push down slightly.<br /><br /> Brown each side over low heat until bread is golden and cheese is melted. Approx 4 minutes each side (will depend on exact heat of skillet and thickness of bread)jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-83663037794850856962011-02-05T16:20:00.005-05:002011-02-05T16:56:23.139-05:00Red Hot Ranch Meatballs<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7vnlMi3xy5TfHlx0tlNyIIZuaS-kDajfN9dc8VAG0Z6NDRoMSv8Efid3un8c91hIzTG1E1Q3AMN2fBsYutw11t_RRcWtrM5PbGwq-Mb5GPUP4qDH9AUcA8CmbE8rjoWdmia1UyiMIvKux/s1600/hotmballs.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 352px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7vnlMi3xy5TfHlx0tlNyIIZuaS-kDajfN9dc8VAG0Z6NDRoMSv8Efid3un8c91hIzTG1E1Q3AMN2fBsYutw11t_RRcWtrM5PbGwq-Mb5GPUP4qDH9AUcA8CmbE8rjoWdmia1UyiMIvKux/s400/hotmballs.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570327636647502882" border="0" /></a><br />Just in time for the Superbowl - Red Hot Ranch Meatballs. I suggest using pretzel sticks instead of toothpicks to serve these as appetizers, so that your guests don't have to worry about what to do with the toothpicks. These are hot! Serve a side of ranch for dipping.<br /><br />Red Hot Ranch Meatballs<br /><br />1 lb ground chicken or turkey<br />.4 oz packet of ranch salad dressing mix<br />1/2 cup finely diced celery<br />1/2 cup finely diced onion<br />2 tsp minced garlic<br />3/4 cup Frank’s Red Hot Sauce<br />3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs<br /><br />Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.<br /><br />In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Form into equal sized meatballs. Bake for 25 minutes.<br /><br />Serve with celery sticks and ranch dressing for dipping.jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-458704859301034562011-01-31T19:13:00.004-05:002011-01-31T19:16:34.689-05:00Strawberry Snowflake Cupcakes<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhfcvekFJiovpP-lzJv4viXantLytOLUGUfMkvOFlFRL1XTmJtCXhfUGf_3oQyOjzRzKU3F_WzxC_L4QdBG937wtt5qzus68UR2EbZorrAPGJNrb-yoyy41BQ86Gq1rlMnIf8fJvdR9TcI/s1600/sberry1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 328px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhfcvekFJiovpP-lzJv4viXantLytOLUGUfMkvOFlFRL1XTmJtCXhfUGf_3oQyOjzRzKU3F_WzxC_L4QdBG937wtt5qzus68UR2EbZorrAPGJNrb-yoyy41BQ86Gq1rlMnIf8fJvdR9TcI/s400/sberry1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5568508104373468418" border="0" /></a><br /> Red and white for Valentines Day. Strawberries and snow! These light and fluffy cupcakes are very simple to make. I started with a cake mix to make them even simpler. Don't be intimidated by the meringue icing. If you have a stand mixer, it's a breeze. A hand mixer would also work.<br /><br />Strawberry Snowflake Cupcakes<br /><br />18.25 ox box of white cake mix<br />1 can lemon lime soda<br />2 cups chopped strawberries (divided)<br />1 1/2 cups seedless strawberry jelly<br /><br />Frosting:<br />5 large egg whites<br />1 cup sugar<br />1/4 tsp cream of tartar<br /><br /> Preheat oven to 350. line 2, 12 cup muffin pans with paper liners. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix and soda. Mix until just combined. Fold in one cup of chopped strawberries.<br /><br /> Bake cupcakes for 25-30 minutes until pick inserted in center comes out clean. Allow to cool.<br /><br />When cupcakes are cool, fill a pastry bag with a tip withe the strawberry jelly. Using a paring knife, cut a small hole in the cucake. Press the pastry tip into the cupcake and squeeze in a small amount of jelly. Note - If you don’t want to do this step, you can wait until after you frost the cupcakes. Make a small indentation in the frosting, and put a tsp or so of jelly under the chopped strawberry garnish.<br /><br /> To make the frosting -Put afew inches of water in a saucepan the right size to hold the bowl of your electric mixer slightly above the water. Bring the water to a boil. Combine the frosting ingredients in the mixer bowl and set it over the boiling water. Whisk it constantly until the sugar is totally dissolved, mixture is smooth and it feels hot to the touch. About 2-3 minutes.<br /><br /> Transfer to the standing mixer, fitted with a whisk attachment, and beat on medium high speed until the meringue is shiny and will hold stiff peaks. About 5-7 minutes.<br /><br />Spread the frosting on the cupcakes with a spoon or spatula. Use the back of the spoon to make it “spiky”. Garnish with remaining chopped strawberries.jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-31481444264913202082011-01-28T13:38:00.001-05:002011-01-28T13:39:47.932-05:00Mini Strawberry Cannoli Cream Puffs<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwZE-Owp7bo6LacrvxLPc2AYabldsx222fvUxx2PvUy7iaxj6nbrQp_sFsd32s6ujTCLyS6_7Je4C9vwys0_GwYEedLkAUcsj1ktROpj4xB5tffDGN_aaHfYX2YepdK-qIwB_FTGi07qtH/s1600/puffs.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 326px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwZE-Owp7bo6LacrvxLPc2AYabldsx222fvUxx2PvUy7iaxj6nbrQp_sFsd32s6ujTCLyS6_7Je4C9vwys0_GwYEedLkAUcsj1ktROpj4xB5tffDGN_aaHfYX2YepdK-qIwB_FTGi07qtH/s400/puffs.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5567308259140028818" border="0" /></a><br />Mini Strawberry Cannoli Creampuffs<br /><br />Puffs:<br />1/2 c. water<br />1/4 c. butter<br />1/8 tsp. salt<br />1/2 c. flour<br />2 eggs<br /><br />Combine water and butter in saucepan, bring to a boil. Add the salt and flour at the same time, stir until mixture forms a ball. Remove from heat, beat in 1 egg at a time, beating well until mixture is smooth. Refrigerate for one hour. Place in teaspoon size balls on lightly greased cookie sheet.. Bake 400 degrees for 15 to 18 minutes until brown (they will sound hollow when you tap them with a spoon). Cool, cut off tops, fill with filling, then replace tops. Dust with powdered sugar<br /><br /><br />Filling:<br />1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus 1/4 cup for garnish)<br />1/2 tsp almond extract<br />1 tsp vanilla extract<br />1/2 tsp cinnamon<br />1/2 cup mini chocolate chips<br />1 cup ricotta cheese<br />1 cup diced strawberriesjennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-25227059077255408332010-05-20T11:49:00.002-04:002010-05-20T11:52:09.851-04:00The Late Spring Garden<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-CVLXqA0Ub-Fj9U8EGf7-KPP1YSMC6rpavuwqq6U8OuIVAvROT9GRkFT86ZphGtYsA637VoGJ9LnBknI_jSlScBQEMcC7wGUw-0x15fXpH_ezhFTC9HqLDo_rKv0SwD3ehEpbQmt7Qlwi/s1600/garden6.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 354px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-CVLXqA0Ub-Fj9U8EGf7-KPP1YSMC6rpavuwqq6U8OuIVAvROT9GRkFT86ZphGtYsA637VoGJ9LnBknI_jSlScBQEMcC7wGUw-0x15fXpH_ezhFTC9HqLDo_rKv0SwD3ehEpbQmt7Qlwi/s400/garden6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5473380177176473394" border="0" /></a><br />Late spring is one of the best times in my flower garden. Irises and peonies, my favorites. I went to the plant nursery this morning to buy vegetable plants for the vegetable garden. Picked up afew perennials, then came home and weeded the flower gardens all morning. Very therapeutic.<br /><br />Rhododendrons<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=garden-1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/garden-1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Red Rhododendron. Very pretty flowers, but this plant has never grown very large.<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=garden2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/garden2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Spiderwort. Just planted this today<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=garden3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/garden3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />White iris<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=garden8.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/garden8.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Variegated Weigela<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=garden7.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/garden7.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />The first peonies<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=garden5.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/garden5.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Lavender Iris<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=garden4.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/garden4.jpg" /></a>jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-2037359838112393722010-05-11T16:42:00.003-04:002010-05-11T17:33:11.378-04:00Pineapple Confetti Cake<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJoL_rXyVTFuXhbN6zjuYrgxjxtKJ3XHjpzRt5lBDsK1h0UcRO-dEtda5RZvhYaEtMJkf57bF9fBrMxY2YGa2z9pb1Gf5JBG_ziQcJplD_m0pcY0gWxt2reznD6ii7t3BqQBfzYqqqTKoN/s1600/cake.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 292px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJoL_rXyVTFuXhbN6zjuYrgxjxtKJ3XHjpzRt5lBDsK1h0UcRO-dEtda5RZvhYaEtMJkf57bF9fBrMxY2YGa2z9pb1Gf5JBG_ziQcJplD_m0pcY0gWxt2reznD6ii7t3BqQBfzYqqqTKoN/s400/cake.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5470128638017942418" border="0" /></a><br /> I enjoy making cakes from scratch, but every once in awhile I need to make something faster, or I feel lazy, and a box comes in handy. This cake is a lazy example. I could have shaved the top layer to make it flatter, but that would have been far too much effort!<br /><br />Pineapple Confetti Cake<br /><br />Filling:<br />1/2 cup sugar<br />1 tbsp cornstarch<br />1 tbsp butter<br />8 oz can crushed pineapple, drained (press into strainer and retain juice)<br />pinch salt<br />pinch nutmeg<br /><br />Cake:<br />1 box white cake mix<br />1 cup water<br />retained pineapple juice<br />1 tbsp vegetable oil<br />3 large egg whites<br />1/4 cup colored sprinkles<br /><br />1 can white frosting (or 2 cups homemade buttercream frosting)<br />1 1/2 cups sweetened coconut flakes<br /><br /><br />Preheat oven to 350. Combine all filling ingredients in medium saucepan. Simmer and stir over medium heat until mixture thickens and no longer looks cloudy (about 5 minutes). Set aside to cool.<br /> Spray 2 9” round baking pans with baking spray. Combine cake ingredients in mixer (or by hand) and mix until smooth and thoroughly combined. Pour equal amounts batter into pans, smooth out with a spatula. Bake 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and pick inserted comes out clean.<br /> Let cool, remove from pans. If desired, trim layers to make them more flat and even. Spread thin layer of frosting on top of first layer. Spread pineapple filling on frosting. Place second cake layer on top.<br /> Frost cake and sprinkle with coconut flakes.jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-89430731262538896742010-05-09T09:49:00.002-04:002010-05-09T09:59:30.899-04:00BlueBlue is one of my favorites, but it's rather difficult to find true blue in nature, other than in birds. Most things that are "blue" seem to be more purple than truly blue.<br /><br />Obviously, there is the blue sky<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=blue2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/blue2.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br />I want a peacock. One of these days I may get one, although I know that they are extremely noisy and tend to be unfriendly!<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=blue3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/blue3.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br />Our blue point Ragdoll cat Iris has beautiful blue eyes.<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=iris.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/iris.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br />After the ice storm. I wish that the camera would have captured how beautiful everything looked when the sun came out after this ice storm. It looked as if the trees had been sprayed with liquid diamonds.<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=icestorm.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/icestorm.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br />I have mixed feelings towards large marine mammals in captivity. They should NEVER be taken from the wild unless it is to rehabilitate them from an injury. However, I also see an educational value in keeping some captive born/can't return to the wild marine mammals in situations (non performing situations in which they can be properly cared for) where the public can view them. Seeing an animal up close does raise awareness, and can spur more donations to charities that help wild populations to survive.<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=blue1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/blue1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a>jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-18379238440414942062010-05-07T10:20:00.000-04:002010-05-07T10:21:02.841-04:00YellowYellow<br /><br /> I have to admit that yellow isn’t normally one of my favorite colors. I painted my laundry room yellow and ever since then I’ve been trying to figure out what color would work better for me in that room. However, I do like yellow outdoors, especially in the spring and fall. It’s nice to see that first pop of yellow daffodils after months of snow.<br /><br />Still life in yellow<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=sc006cd503.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/sc006cd503.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br />I’m not sure what this plant is. Looks like a cactus, but this photo was taken on Assateague Island in June.<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=yellow1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/yellow1.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br />Sunflowers are fun. Easy to grow, and a big statement in the garden for very little expended effort<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=yellow4.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/yellow4.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br />The humble dandelion. I find dandelions to be very pretty. When we lived in town, I’m sure the neighbors cringed because we had dandelions in the yard every spring. The rest of the street doused their lawns in chemicals. Living in the country, nobody cares about dandelions<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=yellow2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/yellow2.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br />Sunshine on a fall day<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=yellow3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/yellow3.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a>jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-40204354949248862872010-05-05T18:08:00.003-04:002010-05-06T08:25:28.595-04:00Mediterranean Garden Spaghetti<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg96ovzE-l9W2DCtdetGTGvaPSfcl_PIxsz7bBT8-NQmONkTtq-IF44dfwh-iQ4Dk45DRzCXQIDS5pc1Tx2sbTgT55euiBfvq2RASBs6uPjhWz-zd-FNBahdsJd_MIQcbuITqqmdYxvrWRS/s1600/medipasta.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 304px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg96ovzE-l9W2DCtdetGTGvaPSfcl_PIxsz7bBT8-NQmONkTtq-IF44dfwh-iQ4Dk45DRzCXQIDS5pc1Tx2sbTgT55euiBfvq2RASBs6uPjhWz-zd-FNBahdsJd_MIQcbuITqqmdYxvrWRS/s400/medipasta.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5467911428187096114" border="0" /></a><br /> With summer quickly approaching, it's time to come up with some lighter meals. Between kid activities like 4H getting into full swing and summer maintenance on the farm, quick meals are also a priority. This meatless dish is both light and easy!<br /><br />1 lb spaghetti, cooked al dente per package instructions<br />1/2 cup olive oil, divided<br />2 tbsp minced garlic<br />1 cup chopped scallions<br />1/4 cup chopped fresh basil<br />2 cups halved grape tomatoes<br />1 tsp salt<br />1/2 tsp black pepper<br />1 avocado, peeled and flaked<br />1 cup feta cheese<br /><br /> Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in large skillet. Sautee garlic, scallions, basil and tomatoes over medium heat for 5 minutes.<br /> Put spaghetti in large serving bowl. Pour sauteed tomato mixture over spaghetti, add remaining olive oil, salt, pepper, avocado and feta cheese and toss together.jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-45028794374704515862010-05-01T16:26:00.005-04:002010-05-01T16:55:51.352-04:00The bees have arrived<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoJsFfrJi81ECdnV4RbksYRz3ZnOiWiMTNCZ-clxuUgr9QcNNqnVE_DwHWroyx5t3xRtu0gKhH1VgsW3CrlI-DBMiErJ-OwbpmTc0DfdwUKYmspy4VJkAGh3gtkB-f1JJFSAFiLBi3kERj/s1600/bees.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 245px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoJsFfrJi81ECdnV4RbksYRz3ZnOiWiMTNCZ-clxuUgr9QcNNqnVE_DwHWroyx5t3xRtu0gKhH1VgsW3CrlI-DBMiErJ-OwbpmTc0DfdwUKYmspy4VJkAGh3gtkB-f1JJFSAFiLBi3kERj/s400/bees.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5466402140374361346" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHj9BwofyEOdfDWHRTx71U8rskm7wKHxw-jHms3pxHGuH7VFkk3be0PwYhRF5sYHyszVvKY_veM9G9o5e8M4iN6EdXuiaSKwwj-bFL9zjAH9-G-WEL1n_ZuMnW5QZ2Hb6TEPzVlUuO7Jl2/s1600/bees.jpg"><br /></a><br />This morning we welcomed 10,000 or so new members to our family. At 6 am the phone rang. It was the local post office informing us that our bees had arrived. They seemed rather eager for us to get there as soon as possible to remove them from the post office.<br />My husband had set up the hive last weekend in preparation for their arrival. After reading several books about beekeeping, he'd decided that he didn't really need any protective equipment other than the bee hood (bees will attempt to crawl into your nose and ears). Plus we'd seen a really good movie called Ulee's Gold, starring Peter Fonda as a beekeeper. Peter Fonda walked freely amongst the bees ( which were probably computer generated) sans gloves or any other protective gear. My husband was going to be the Bee Whisperer.<br />The bees arrived in the wooden and mesh cage pictured above. Several were loose and clinging to the cage, so the person at the post office happily gave us the plastic USPS tote that the cage was in and sent us on our way.<br /> Our next door neighbors had bees for several years, so they had all of the gear. When it came time to put the bees in the hive, I suggested to hubby that he go next door to borrow additional safety gear. "No, I don't need that stuff. It's all about remaining calm. They won't sting you if you stay calm". Ooookay. For protective gear, he opted for a fishing raincoat and the bee hood.<br /> The queen bee is in a separate little box. The box is corked, and after you remove the cork she is still kept in there with a piece of sugar "candy". Within several days, the worker bees will eat the candy, releasing the queen. Hopefully by then they will have decided that they like her, and will take care of her. If not... we have to get a new queen. After she is placed in the hive, it's time to install the rest of the bees.<br /><br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=bees2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/bees2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /> When it comes time to release the bees into the hive, you basically kind of bang the cage until they come out and go into the hive. Turns out bees don't really like being banged around. The Bee Whisperer ending up running and getting stung once. I was 40 feet away, and one bee ended up stuck in my hair, which involved running and flailing.<br /><br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=bees3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/bees3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />In the end, the bees were safely transferred to their new home. Our neighbors kindly brought over their unused bee equipment, including a full safety suit which will be used from now on, or until we learn the art of remaining zen calm with bees crawling on us.jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-45592536333375624652010-04-30T09:24:00.003-04:002010-04-30T12:51:53.948-04:00OrangeHalloween, pumpkins, sunsets, autumn, bonfires.... Orange is good<br /><br /><br />Can’t think of anything better for orange than this sweet orange kitten!<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=orange1.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/orange1.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />Cold, rainy day at the pumpkin farm<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=orange2.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/orange2.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />I do envy some of the beautiful tropical plants that friends in warmer climates can grow. Took this on my visit to Los Angeles last year.<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=orange3.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/orange3.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />I would absolutely love to have a koi pond. The maintenance doesn’t look like that much fun though, and we’d struggle daily to keep our golden retriever out of it.<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=orange5.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/orange5.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />Beautiful fall day<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=orange4.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/orange4.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />Summer bonfire at my brother in law’s house<br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=fire.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/fire.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a>jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3113536549524928547.post-90989433129810176722010-04-29T11:24:00.004-04:002010-04-29T15:11:49.013-04:00Rainbow/Red<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUn3KPP6uUWvN0Qs205qed_rFYO1p7tVWLz1mMvq0lATjn7hTMs9v4xBxD3iFu4T6BDP6BFZrKibdUAHICeAEdirU7EAtrAA6bS7GOU3DRDw2OuPhJ4N79NZ_7ZUcUL8qJ2ciX6VquZ09w/s1600/rainbow.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 223px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUn3KPP6uUWvN0Qs205qed_rFYO1p7tVWLz1mMvq0lATjn7hTMs9v4xBxD3iFu4T6BDP6BFZrKibdUAHICeAEdirU7EAtrAA6bS7GOU3DRDw2OuPhJ4N79NZ_7ZUcUL8qJ2ciX6VquZ09w/s320/rainbow.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465580837115714210" border="0" /></a><br />I got the idea for a Rainbow photo project from my friend Susan at her blog http://darlingpetunia.blogspot.com/2010/04/quilty-cat.html. I am always looking for "assignments" to foster creativity, I love color (no beige walls and beige carpet here!) and the idea of doing a photo series for each color of the rainbow sounded like fun.<br />Today's color is RED.<br /><br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=red6.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/red6.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /> This rooster is "Platinum". He was hatched here at our farm last summer. He is actually very friendly, and will probably be shown at the county fair this year. His father "Silver" attacks me every time I go into the barn. I am the one who feeds him most of the time, so I can only discern that Silver isn't too bright.<br /><br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=red4.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/red4.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />These 3 day old piggies are keeping warm under the red light.<br /><br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=red5.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/red5.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /> I can never get enough of the beautiful fall foliage here in Ohio.<br /><br /><a href="http://s227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/?action=view&current=red.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd109/artsyjenn_photos/blog%20photos/red.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Red dahlias in my garden last summer. Dahlias are a flower that I love, but I don't grow more of them because they have to be lifted in the winter here in northeast Ohio. The bulbs are generally fairly expensive to buy, and although I start with the best of intentions, I never get around to digging them up in the fall.jennifer c.http://www.blogger.com/profile/07067437333001074575noreply@blogger.com1